What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Exeter to Folkestone?

The distance between Exeter and Folkestone is 246 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Exeter to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Folkestone bus from?

Exeter to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Folkestone train from?

Exeter to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Exeter to Folkestone bus arrive?

Exeter to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Exeter to Folkestone train arrive?

Exeter to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Folkestone is 237 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Exeter to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Exeter to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 12m
£76–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London VictoriaUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
9h 10m
£20–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow AirportUkn49
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
7h 38m
£30–93
Drive 235.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Folkestone235.4 mi
3h 59m
£59–85
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
7h 13m
£202–508
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 43m
£31–119
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 23m
£131–351
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 30m
£154–500

Exeter to Folkestone by train and subway

93Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 9h 10m.

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